Celebrating 120 Years With Harley-Davidson
Harley-Davidson was founded in 1903 when a group of friends who shared a passion for bicycles developed their first motorcycle prototype in a backyard tool shed in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Today, Harley-Davidson is recognizing its humble beginnings and success as America's leading motorcycle brand with a year-long 120th-anniversary celebration. How is Harley-Davidson kicking off the festivities and making every Harley-Davidson for sale special in 2023?
Harley-Davidson is expanding its lineup with limited-edition anniversary models that pay homage to its roots with intricate paint schemes and exquisite details. 2023 also marks the return of the Breakout cruiser and an all-new style for the Freewheeler trike. You'll even see new additions, like the Road Glide 3 and Nightster Special, make their way into the lineup. Here's a closer look at those models and everything you can expect to find here at Republic Harley-Davidson as the brand celebrates its 120th year in business.
2023 CVO Road Glide Limited Anniversary
You can think of the CVO Road Glide Limited Anniversary model as the icing on top of the cake for 2023. It's the most exclusive model in the lineup and features what Harley-Davidson calls "one of the most intricate paint schemes ever offered" in its history. The intricacy is remarkable and begins with an Anniversary Black base coat topped with Heirloom Red featuring subtle details that display the iconic soaring eagle of the Harley-Davidson brand. Harley-Davidson then finishes the panels with bright red pinstripes and a hand-painted gold scallop.
Beyond its intricate paint details, the CVO Road Glide Limited Anniversary exudes luxury and exclusivity everywhere you look. The signature soaring eagle finds another home on the gold-plated tank medallion, with an Art Deco finish celebrating the eagle's place in Harley-Davidson history. Of course, you'll see plenty of other gold elements, like the gold-tone powertrain inserts and the gold and red contrast stitching on the premium Alcantara seats.
With only 1,500 models slated for production, the CVO Road Glide Limited Anniversary is a must-have for collectors who want a one-of-a-kind motorcycle. Harley-Davidson celebrates the bike's exclusivity, pricing it at $51,999 and serializing each model.[a] Buyers will find the serial number on a laser-etched panel on the fuel tank console, a not-so-subtle reminder of the symbolism behind this stunning bike.
2023 Limited Edition Anniversary Models
Harley-Davidson gives riders six other limited edition models commemorating the manufacturer's 120th anniversary. The Ultra Limited Anniversary, Street Glide Special Anniversary, Road Glide Special Anniversary, Tri Glide Ultra Anniversary, Fat Boy 114 Anniversary, and Heritage Classic 114 Anniversary give riders plenty of opportunities to celebrate the occasion from the saddle of a legendary road warrior. Although these models are not as exclusive as the CVO Road Glide Limited Anniversary, they are remarkably impressive.
Like the CVO Road Glide Limited Anniversary, the models are finished with a classic paneled Harley-Davidson paint scheme. They each have a base coat of Heirloom Red with bright red pinstripes outlining the panels with a darker Midnight Crimson fade to finish the aesthetic. The models also feature the same tank medallion with the iconic Harley-Davidson eagle in an Art Deco style. The final touches are just as impressive, showing Harley-Davidson doesn't forget the details. These subtle enhancements include red fade powertrain inserts and exquisite seat detailing with a gold-embroidered Harley-Davidson logo and red side panels.
Now the question is, "How exclusive are these models?" Like the CVO Road Glide Limited Anniversary, Harley-Davidson makes these models truly special by limiting their production numbers. The Fat Boy 114 Anniversary will be the easiest to get your hands on, with 3,000 serialized models. Exclusivity increases from there, with only 1,700 Heritage Classic 114 Anniversary models and 1,600 examples of the Street Glide Special Anniversary and Road Glide Special Anniversary. As for the Ultra Limited Anniversary and Tri Glide Ultra Anniversary, Harley-Davidson will produce 1,300 and 1,100 models, respectively.
2023 Breakout
Harley-Davidson discontinued the Breakout in 2020, but demand for the raked-out cruiser led to its return in 2023. The news is exciting, with Harley-Davidson outfitting the Breakout with its proven Milwaukee-Eight 117 V-Twin engine that produces 101 hp and 123 lb-ft of torque to give the cruiser instant off-the-line acceleration and a broad range of on-demand power. Harley-Davidson adds to this power by increasing the size of the bike's fuel tank, raising the handlebars nearly an inch, and outfitting it with massive 26-spoke cast aluminum wheels.
Doused in chrome, the 2023 Breakout 117 delivers what Harley-Davidson calls "muscular style and performance." Harley-Davidson gives you four color options to customize the bike to your style. For $20,999, the Breakout 117 comes in Vivid Black, or you can spend a few hundred dollars more to outfit the motorcycle in Baja Orange, Black Denim, or Atlas Silver Metallic.[a] Regardless of color, the Breakout is instantly recognizable by its chrome details, from the rear fender supports and muffler shields to the turn signals and mirrors.
2023 Nightster Special
Harley-Davidson expands its lineup of sport bikes with the addition of the 2023 Nightster Special, which builds on the classic silhouette of the legendary Sportster. As a middleweight bike, the Nightster Special is sandwiched between the Nightster and Sportster S. It relies on the liquid-cooled Revolution Max 975T V-Twin engine, which is renowned for its high horsepower rating. Harley-Davidson complements this power output by equipping the Nightster Special with four rider-selectable modes––Custom, Road, Sport, and Rain––that finetune the bike's performance and handling for the conditions or your riding preferences.
With plenty of power, you can genuinely enjoy your time in the saddle of the Nightster Special. Moreover, Harley-Davidson makes it more attainable to ride a sport bike, pricing the newest entry into the lineup at $14,999.[a] This puts you in the saddle of a lightweight motorcycle with a commanding riding position and an array of features, from LED lighting and a four-inch TFT display with smartphone integration to tire pressure monitoring, cruise control, traction control, and drag-torque slip control, that enhance your experience mile after mile. 
2023 Road Glide 3
Harley-Davidson also expands its trike lineup with the debut of the 2023 Road Glide 3. Starting at $32,999, the Road Glide 3 does something remarkable by offering the classic performance of a Harley-Davidson Grand American Touring bike on three wheels.[a] The result is outstanding and gives riders the comfort and confidence of a three-wheeler without forcing them to compromise on the attitude and ability expected of a Harley-Davidson.
Harley-Davidson accomplishes this feat in several ways. The Road Glide 3 features a frame-mounted sharknose fairing with triple split stream vents that optimize rider comfort by minimizing head buffeting at highway speeds. Getting the Road Glide 3 up to speed isn't an issue either since the three-wheeled road warrior relies on the highest-displacement engine in the segment: the Milwaukee-Eight 114.
As a trike, you can expect every amenity imaginable to make your experience in the saddle more engaging and enjoyable. For example, Harley-Davidson adds its cornering enhanced rider safety enhancements to the trike, which includes electronically linked brakes, anti-lock brakes, and traction control. These features work behind the scenes and add to the model's trike-specific details, like a weather-proof rear trunk that can handle all your gear and an intuitive infotainment system that keeps you connected as you chase the horizon.
Join the Celebration
Are you ready to celebrate Harley-Davidson-style? If so, you have plenty of options in the 2023 Harley-Davidson lineup. From exclusive models like the CVO Road Glide Limited Anniversary to the Breakout cruiser, Nightster Special sport bike, and Road Glide 3 trike, it's easy to find a one-of-a-kind bike that lives up to the Harley-Davidson name and legacy. Visit Republic Harley-Davidson and join the celebration!
[a]MSRP may change without notice. See dealer for complete details.